We are one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.
We are one team, working together for our business, so if you would like to be involved and have your career soar then keep scrolling for further information on our job opportunities and for details on how to apply. We would love you to join our team and contribute to building an outstanding airport, connecting Yorkshire to the world.
Please note that due to security checks required for employees of LBA, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five-year checkable work history without any gaps in employment.
For further information on careers or to submit your CV, even at times when we do not have any live vacancies, please get in touch with us at recruitment@lba.co.uk
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Help make a difference. The role that keeps our airport safe and secure for all passengers and employees.
Ensure our customers have the best possible experience when travelling with Leeds Bradford Airport.
Providing a first-class service, in our first-class lounges. Help our customers feel extra special before they travel!
Customer Experience Officer - £10.50 per hour (£22,993 per annum - Full time) (£11,496 per annum - Part Time - 21 hours)
Leeds Bradford® Airport is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering an outstanding service for our customers.
To support the future growth of the Airport, LBA® is creating a new team to deliver an excellent one-stop customer experience from start to finish whilst maintaining exceptionally high standards.
Role Purpose
The Customer Service team are a hardworking, fast paced, dynamic group and are the ambassadors of LBA®. The team’s responsibility is to create excellent first impressions of all customer journeys and leave all our customers with 100% satisfaction.
The role specialises in transporting and moving people from all on site car parks, welcoming customers to the airport terminal, running car-parking services including the Meet and Greet service. We also deliver the Passenger with Reduced mobility (PRM) service.
Key responsibilities within the customer experience team
To deliver the operational activities of:
Applicants should be flexible and available for shift work, across a 24 hour period, on a roster pattern to suit the needs of the business.
Person Specification:
Essential Applicant Criteria:-
For driving duties:-
What we will give you in return:
There is a multitude of varying roles within the daily operations. Training will be provided for all of the roles within the department. We have full time 42 hour a week and 21 hours part time vacancies.
Role
Title: IT Project Manager
Responsible to: Head of Information Services
To support the IT Department, we are looking to recruit an IT Project Manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to manage and lead the IT Elements of the X25 programme within schedule and budget. This will include the management and guidance of the IT activities and wider IT team to support LBAs portfolio of change aligned to the 5-year strategy.
About Us:
Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.
As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.
We
understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to
providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with
a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE
BEST in what we do
What we need from you:
The nature of the job demands that the jobholder has strong IT project management skills and the drive to deliver results.
Ideally, the jobholder will have relevant project management experience with a very promising record of accomplishment. Ideally, you will have experience within a growing and changing environment over a significant period. You will be the prime contact for the IT element of work.
Operational:
- Timescales (planning and tracking)
- Quality (incl scope and stage gates)
- Costs (budgets, administration and
tracking for both capex & opex)
- Resources (people)
- Benefits (identification, tracking and
realisation)
- Risks & Issues Management (tracking
and escalations)
- Interdependency management
- Document Control
- Change control (overall management)
- Stakeholder mapping
Experience & expertise:
Personal attributes:
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Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk
Closing date for all applications is 25th May 2023.
Role
Title: Commercial Project Manager
Responsible to: Head of PMO
To support the PM Office, we are looking to recruit a Commercial Project Manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to central projects to support the Business Units in their journey to increase and grow the airport. Primary purpose of this position is to plan and manage the delivery of projects in line with business objectives and ongoing operations. This includes gathering business requirements, project planning, estimating, execution, implementation and management of contractors and 3rd party suppliers.
About Us:
Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.
As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.
We
understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to
providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with
a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE
BEST in what we do
What we need from you:
The nature of the job demands that the jobholder has strong project management skills and the drive to deliver results across many different types of projects, from Building to IT and Tooling to Upgrades.
Ideally, the jobholder will have relevant project management experience with a very promising record of accomplishment. Ideally, they will have experience within a growing and changing environment over a significant period.
Operational:
Support
the Senior Project Manager in providing appropriate management controls for the
overall portfolio, including:
- Quality (incl scope and stage gates)
- Costs (budgets, administration and
tracking for both capex & opex)
- Resources (people)
- Benefits (identification, tracking and
realisation)
- Risks & Issues Management (tracking
and escalations)
- Interdependency management
- Document Control
- Change control (overall management)
- Stakeholder mapping
Experience & expertise:
Personal attributes:
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk
Closing date for all applications is 25th May 2023.
To
support the Engineering team, we are looking to recruit an Engineering Project
Manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing expertise
to facilitate the extension and refurbishment of LBA. The Engineering PM will
assist in delivering a range of complex and diverse airport infrastructure development
projects from inception to completion, across the full range of disciplines in
line with the airports capital development plan.
Additionally, the role works closely with and supports the Engineering department in respect of contractor control, working closely with external contractors and business partners
About Us:
Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.
As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.
We
understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to
providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with
a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE
BEST in what we do
Main Responsibilities:
Person Specification
Personal attributes:
Education:
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to andrew.snowdon@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is 18th May 2023.
We are currently recruiting for 2023 both full time and part time Aviation Security Officers to join our team and have the following working options available from January 2023:
Permanent Full Time 40 hours - working a roster pattern of 3 days on 3 days off (consisting of early shifts starting from 0300 / 0400hrs and afternoon shifts starting anytime from 1100hrs - Starting salary £20,856
Permanent Part Time 21 hours - working a roster pattern of 3 days on 3 days off (consisting of early shifts starting from 0300 / 0400hrs and afternoon shifts starting anytime from 1200hrs - Starting salary £10,949
Main Responsibilities
This is a customer facing role in which you will be required:-
· To carry out full and effective searches of baggage and airport supplies
· To carry out full and effective searches of people
· To carry out full and effective searches of vehicles
· Undertake patrols of the airport terminal & grounds
· To control access into restricted areas of the Airport
· Check identification or travel documents for all passengers, staff and airport users requiring access to restricted areas
· Deal with on-site security incidents with the team
· Operate the x-ray equipment to screen all luggage for both the cabin and hold including other items being carried into restricted areas
· Provide excellent customer service to all passengers travelling through the airport
· Help with other departments at the airport if/when required
Person Specification
· Fluent English language capability, both written and spoken;
· Interpersonal and customer service awareness and skills;
· Attention to detail
· Smart appearance;
· Punctuality;
· Valid passport / drivers licence.
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is 30th April 2023.
To support the Lounge team, we are looking to recruit a Temporary Kitchen Assistant to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing a first class service to our Lounge customer.
Main Responsibilities
Person Specification
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is 30th April 2023.
To
support the Lounge team, we are looking to recruit Lounge Hosts to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing a first class service to our Lounge customers.
We currently have part time vacancies available of either 21 hours and 28 hours per week on either a 3 on 3 off or 4 on 4 off shift pattern. Salaries start at either £10,949 for 21 hours or £14,599 for 28 hours.
Main Responsibilities
To meet, greet and check all passengers into the Lounges
To work in line with standard operating procedures including hourly, daily and weekly tasks which includes maintenance, cleanliness and compliance in the operation of the lounges
To maintain stock levels, date and rotation and replenish food and beverage buffet service in the lounge.
To provide a food and drinks service in all lounges to customers
To prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with the airport alcohol policy.
To provide assisted service to passengers during their stay including knowledge and assisting with allergens and dietry requirements. Perform ‘back of house’ duties when catering staff members are not present or are busy.
Person Specification
A team player with customer experience being the utmost focus
Computer literate on mainstream PC applications including Microsoft office
Able to work on own initiative
Willing to work on a flexible basis as the hours of operation for the Lounge are 04.30am – 8.30pm.
You will be required to work a range of shifts. Early shifts can start as early as 4.30am and late shifts can finish as late as 8.30pm. Our Lounges are open 7 days a week. Shift patterns are worked on a 3 days on 3 days off rotation on either 21 or 28 hour contracted hours per week.
Please note you must be a minimum of 18 years old to comply with our alcohol service policy.
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is 30th April 2023.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Role Title: Quantity Surveyor
Department: Engineering
Responsible to: Head of Engineering
To support the Engineering team, we are looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join Leeds Bradford Airport. The Quantity Surveyor will work on a range of complex and diverse airport infrastructure development projects from inception to completion, across the full range of disciplines in line with the airports capital development plan. The selected candidate will also be capable of pricing works and assisting the Project Manager where needed.
Additionally, the role works closely with and supports the Engineering department in respect of contractor control, working closely with external contractors and business partners.
About Us:
Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.
As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.
We understand that our employees are our most
important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our
customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO
THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do
Principal Accountabilities / Main Responsibilities:
In addition to the above responsibilities and tasks which the job normally entails, you may, from time to time, be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the company’s business on either a temporary or permanent basis.
The Person
Experience & expertise:
Personal attributes:
Education
This job description is intended to reflect the post holder’s duties that would normally be expected to be undertaken. Owing to the nature of the post, the above duties are not exhaustive and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake additional duties within your capabilities.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to Andrew.snowdon@lba.co.uk
Closing date for all applications is 26th May 2023.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Role Title: Air Traffic Control Watch Manager
Responsible to: Head of Air Traffic Services
To support the ATC team, we are looking to recruit an AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL WATCH MANAGER to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES.
Main Responsibilities
Person Specification
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is 1700 on the 12th May 2023.
Our Partners SSP are hiring a Team Member to work at The Saltair bar at Leeds Bradford Airport.
For full details about the job and for details of how to apply, please follow the below link:
https://www.sspcareers.com/uk/jobs/details.html?nPostingId=218171&nPostingTargetId=436307&id=Q8CFK026203F3VBQB8MV468MO&LG=UK&mask=stdextnew#
Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year. We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.
We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do.
What we are looking for:
We have an immediate need for a Finance Assistant to join our experienced Finance team, supporting the Finance Controller to deliver accurate and timely financial administration and purchase ledger duties to support business growth for our airport.
Snapshot of the role:
Corporate
Sales Ledger
Purchase Ledger
Bank / Cash
General
What we would need from you:
This is an office-based role where you would be responsible for managing predominately paper based, manual processes and therefore you will need excellent attention to detail. The plan is to move these processes to become more system based within the next 12 months, offering some development opportunities in return.
Other key skills needed are:
· A good standard of high school/college education, including Maths and English
· Experience of using Microsoft Office software
· Experience or an understanding of a purchase ledger type role
· Organisation Skills
· Confidentiality
Even better, if you have knowledge of accounting systems and transactional accounting, but training can be provided in these areas.
What we will give you in return:
· Free onsite parking
· Electric Vehicle Scheme
· Cycle to work scheme
· Free lounge access
· Onsite discounts
· Friendly work environment
· Employee Assistance programme
· Genuine career opportunities
To apply for this position please forward your covering letter and CV to recruitment@lba.co.uk
Closing Date: 2nd June 2023
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
Role Title: Airside Operations Unit Manager
Responsible to: Head of Airfield Operations
To
support the Airside Operations team, we are looking to recruit an Airside
Operations Unit manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing
a safe and compliant airside environment.
Main Responsibilities
Person Specification
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is 17:00 Friday 2nd June 2023
Role Title: Airside Operations Unit Duty Manager
Department: Airside Operations Unit
Responsible
to: Head of Airfield Operations
Role Purpose:
To support the Airside Operations team, we are looking to recruit an Airside Operations Unit duty manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing a safe and compliant airside environment.
Principal Accountabilities / Main Responsibilities:
Person Specification
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is 17:00 Friday 2nd June 2023
Role
Title: HGV, PSV and HEAVY
PLANT TECHNICIAN
Responsible to: MOTOR TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR
Permanent Full Time 40 hours – Annual salary £34,500
To support the Motor Transport team, we are looking to recruit an HGV, PSV or PLANT Technician to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing Vehicle maintenance and a safe and efficient working environment.
Main Responsibilities
Person Specification
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
A driving medical will also be required to go with this position as “airside driving” is required.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.
Closing date for all applications is Friday 9th June 2023
Role Title: AGL Engineer
Reporting to: SAGLE (Senior Airfield Ground Lighting Engineer)
Role Purpose:
The purpose of this role is to maintain, install, and repair AGL lighting systems and associated controls and power supply systems. The role also takes responsibility for all other airfield electrical supplies, including Air Traffic Control, Airport Fire Station, and Air Traffic Engineering sites and equipment.
This role will be working on a rotating shift pattern to provide 24/7 cover. You will also be required to participate in a call out rota, be prepared to work outdoors in all weathers, when necessary. Although the role is a technical role, it also involves the cleaning of airfield equipment (light fittings) & escorting visitors on site.
This role requires a high level of flexibility, and although you will be working as part of a team of four engineers, you will also be required to carry out loan working.
Role Responsibilities & Main Duties:
Qualifications Essential & Desirable:
Essential
Desirable
Full training or retraining will be provided where necessary, which may include some residential courses.
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to gavin.thompson@lba.co.uk
Job Details:
Title: Data Science Apprentice
Location: Leeds Bradford International Airport, ability to WFH ad-hoc
Contract: Full Time, 37 hours per week
Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm, Friday 9am – 4.30pm
Salary: £22,000
We have an exciting vacancy in the Resource Planning & BI team at Leeds Bradford Airport as Data Science Apprentice.
Working within the Resource Planning & BI Team, you will be responsible for organising various data streams at LBA and producing meaningful analysis and insight using all available data.
You’ll be utilising mathematical models, metrics and large data sources within your role whilst helping to drive a large Business Intelligence initiative. Your role will be a driver of the Business Intelligence strategy at Leeds Bradford Airport, ensuring the data processes meet high standards in data management and presentation.
To assist in your Data Science journey, Leeds Bradford Airport will fully fund a Data Science Apprenticeship (Level 6) BSc Degree, helping you obtain key skills and experience relevant to your employment. Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship course, you will receive a full Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science degree.
We encourage applications with all experiences to apply, however the minimum requirement for the apprenticeship is 104 UCAS points and GCSE mathematics and English (grade C or above).
What you will be doing
About You
Apprenticeship Entry Requirements
104 UCAS points and GCSE mathematics and English (grade C or above)
If you are interested in applying for this Apprenticeship role, please send your CV to Dan Hunt, Operations Engineer at dan.hunt@lba.co.uk
Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.
Closing date for all applications is 30th June 2023.
We are proud to recognise the value of serving personnel, both regular and reservists, veterans and military families to our business and country.
We support members of these communities in roles at the airport and actively encourage anyone who has served to apply for a role at Leeds Bradford Airport.
We aren’t the only employer at our airport and you can find varied roles direct with third parties too.
Car Hire | Catering | Retail | Private Hire Taxi | Freight & Airport Handling |
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Avis | SSP | World Duty Free | Arrow Cars | Swissport |
Enterprise | Greggs | Boots | Jet2 | |
Europcar | WHSmith | |||
Hertz | InMotion | |||
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